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“Where are the Blue Ridge Mountains?” is a question we hear often, and it’s a completely valid one! People refer to them by many names: the Appalachian Mountains, the Blue Ridge Mountains, and even Shaconage, or “Land of the Blue Mist.” Within this mountain range, there are different regions, national parks, famous trails and rivers, and multiple states. No wonder it gets confusing! The historical origin of the name came...

October 2026 Showcasing upcoming monthly events and festivals in the North Georgia area. We hope this offers plenty of information for our guests who are visiting & helps you find lots of fun things to do during your stay. ENJOY! Barktober Fest Grumpy Old Men Brewing, 1315 East Main St. Blue Ridge, GA 30513 Date/Time Information: October 4, 2026; 12:30pm – 6pm Blue Ridge Ultramarathon 8436 Aska Rd Blue Ridge, GA 30513 Date/Time Information: October...

Voted in 2022 as one of Southern Living Magazine’s Best Mountain Towns, Blue Ridge, Georgia, is one of the most beloved getaways in the Appalachian Mountains. This lively city is best known for its endless opportunities for outdoor activities, not all of which are traditional. While hiking should be top of the list, this town is also known for gem mining, geocaching, and horseback riding. In addition to spending time in...

It’s that time again, you want to do something special for your sweetie but are not sure what.  With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, there is still time to plan a romantic getaway weekend. There’s nothing like coming to the mountains of North Georgia for that romantic atmosphere.  Beautiful scenery, winding rivers, mountain views, romantic cabins nestled in the mountains, it’s all here in Northern Georgia. For the most...

If you and your family are vacationing in beautiful North Georgia during the hot months of summer, there’s definitely one activity you should add to your Blue Ridge bucket list: river tubing! Tubing down one of the famous North Georgia rivers offers everyone in the family a great day on the water. And for the more intrepid adventurer, some of the accessible rivers in Georgia offer a more exciting day,...

Any fisherman worth his salt should take their fishing skills to trial by fire in the Blue Ridge Mountains found in North Georgia. This popular fishing destination in Fannin County — just across the state border with North Carolina and Tennessee — should be on every fisherman’s radar as one of the premier spots for fishing trout. It doesn’t matter if you prefer angling, dry fly fishing, or bait tackle,...

Vacations were created for extended recreation and temporarily taking a sabbatical from your everyday stressful circumstances. It sounds like an ideal concept. However, for me, the idea of vacations stresses me out even more. Sure, I have the typical vacationer’s dilemma wondering how will my job survive without me, will someone break into my house because they see an abundance of mail falling out of my unchecked mailbox, or what...

A vacation to North, GA wouldn’t be complete without taking some time to explore all the area has to offer. At night enjoy the coziness and seclusion of the Blue Ridge Mountains with a stay in one of the many beautiful vacation rental cabins in the area and during the day, see what North Georgia really has to offer. And what better way to do that than on a tour? Here are...

Greetings, fellow North Georgia explorer! If you’ve come here looking for information on the elusive Toccoa River Swinging Bridge—we’ve got great news; you’ve come to the right place. As native North Georgians, we love sharing the secrets of our favorite hidden local attractions, and the Toccoa Swinging Bridge is definitely towards the top of our list. Did you know? At 270-feet in length, the Toccoa River Swinging Bridge is actually...

A day spent canoeing along the Toccoa River Canoe Trail in the Blue Ridge area is an adventure like no other! The fresh mountain air combined with the spectacular views of uninterrupted forest and wildlife is unrivaled. If you really want to do something special, you can rent a canoe from one of the many outdoor adventure stores in the area and spend your day paddling downriver, taking in everything...